Category: Pet Care & Training

By Posted on Posted in Cats, Dogs, Events & Campaigns, Fundraising, Helping Pets and People in Crisis, Pet Care & Training

Animals often present a major barrier to seeking support and assistance for victims of domestic violence, and fear for the safety of pets in violent households can cause abuse victims to remain in dangerous situations. As part of the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals‘ Helping Pets and People in Crisis program, the Marion Dougherty Safe Haven Fund was created specifically …

Donations Provide for Pets in NYC Domestic Violence Shelters Read more »

By Posted on Posted in Dogs, Events & Campaigns, Fundraising, Helping Pets and People in Crisis, Pet Care & Training, Pet Fostering

More than a year ago, the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals learned about Peppa, a young polka-dotted Chihuahua whose family was fleeing domestic violence. The mom and young children were desperate to keep their beloved dog. With nowhere to go with Peppa, they initially tried hiding her in a car near the emergency shelter where they were staying. As it …

Fund Helps Peppa Reunite with Family for the Holidays Read more »

By Posted on Posted in Alliance Participating Organizations, Animal Care & Control of NYC, Cats, Dog Licensing, Dogs, Events & Campaigns, Microchipping, Pet Adoption, Pet Care & Training, Press Release, Rabbits, Safety/Emergency

    More than 300 Loving Dogs, Cats & Bunnies Available for Adoption; Low-Cost Microchipping & Dog Licensing Also Onsite Friday, August 29, 2014 – New York, NY – On Sunday, September 7, from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., Manhattan’s Union Square Park will be transformed into pet adoption central when the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals, in partnership with the Petco …

Meet Your New Best Friend at Adoptapalooza on September 7! Read more »